Enough progress has been made that the Broncos think the deal can get done in time for their mandatory minicamp, which takes place Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of next week.

Although Tebowmania got all the attention last year, Prater’s late-game heroics were a big part of the Broncos’ mid-season run. Tebow is long gone, but the Broncos hope Prater will be their kicker for a long time.